General Question

(How) Can I use a second-hand hair trimmer?

I’ve got this second-hand hair trimmer to trim my beard. However, I believe it was recommended not to use someone else’s shaving equipment for reasons of hygiene. Is that the case? If so, how do I clean it so I can safely use it?

6 Answers

I’d think if you wiped down the blades with some rubbing alcohol, lysol or a little bleach water it should be fine. Germs and bacteria do not live long on most surfaces. I wouldn’t be too concerned, just give it a quickie wipe down with a little disinfectant and you should be fine.

Mostly for the fun of it :P My girlfriend got this at the used products store (sorry, I can’t recall the English term) mainly for the lovely old picture on it, but I figured I might as well try it for the charm.

Thanks for the tips, I had the courage to try it now. Unfortunately, the thing did not work that well, so I’ll still have to go out and buy a new one. But hey, at least I got the retro box!